Peanuts 70th Anniversary Exhibition Now Open in Sapporo
15.August.2021 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT
# Peanuts
# sapporo
# Snoopy
Beginning at Seibu Ikebukuro in December 2019, the "Snoopy Time Capsule Exhibition" is celebrating the 70th Anniversary of the Peanuts comic strip all over Japan. Sapporo is the sixth stop on this final tour, and the event will be open until August 23, 2021.
The immersive space is divided into time periods, displaying various Peanuts works from the 1950s until the 2000s. Guests can enjoy photo ops featuring beloved characters, and browse limited-time merchandise made especially for the exhibition.
The story behind the event is fitting: Snoopy finds a time capsule, and upon opening it, the contents fly out! Together with the Peanuts gang, it's up to visitors to help find each memory made over the past 70 years.
© 2021 Peanuts Worldwide LLC www.snoopy.co.jp
Special Exhibition Events
The entire Peanuts gang awaits visitors at the entrance, each with their own key.
The history of author Charles M. Schulz and the Peanuts characters are presented in a vividly-colored timeline.
One exhibit from the 1950s focuses on the unrequited love between Lucy and Schroder.
Another from the 1960s takes a look at the many occupations Snoopy has attempted.
Learn more about Charles M. Schulz while browsing past Peanuts goods, books, and more.
Anniversary Market
Snoopy Plushie: ¥3,850 (Tax Included, limit one per customer)
70th Anniversary Pin Set: ¥7,700 (Tax Included)
Acrylic Key Holder: ¥715 Each (Tax Included)
A4 Clear File (2 designs): ¥440 Each (Tax Included)
Snoopy Plush Badge (2 designs): ¥880 Each (Tax Included)
A6 Notepad (2 designs): ¥660 Each (Tax Included)
Mascot Keychain: ¥1,980 Each (Tax Included, limit one per customer)
Each ticket purchased for the exhibition includes a special key. By finding 5 pieces of art hidden throughout the venue and using this key, guests will receive a special comic illustration as a gift to take home.
The Final Tour is coming to an end soon, so don't miss it!
© 2021 Peanuts Worldwide LLC(短縮形 © 2021 Peanuts)
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Snoopy Time Capsule Exhibition Final Tour
Running: Until August 23, 2021
Location: Daimaru Sapporo (7F Hall)
Hours of Admission: 10:00-19:30 (Until 16:30 on August 23)
Official Site: https://www.snoopy.co.jp/
21.December.2022 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT
Snow Miku has teamed up with Sanrio's popular character Kuromi to promote the beautiful prefecture of Hokkaido! A new collection of goods went on sale starting December 14, 2022.
Clear Folder
Pen with Clip
Mini Sign Board
Mini Towel (Set of 2)
Framed Magnet with Stand
Acrylic Stand
Acrylic Keychain
Silver Foil 2-Layer Magnet
Snow Miku debuted during the Sapporo Snow Festival in 2010 when an incredible snow sculpture of Hatsune Miku was unveiled. Ever since then, Snow Miku festivals have popped up in Hokkaido each winter, and the character dons costumes designed by popular internet creators.
Kuromi is back this year, with Miku's outfit dyed black and tons of adorable art featuring the rock 'n roll character. The life-size version of Miku was designed by illustrator PiPi, and the chibi character was designed by illustrator Yoi. Between Miku's cute idol energy and Kuromi's edginess, this is the perfect collab for all audiences!
The items are available in two versions: Day, featuring Hokkaido's beautiful landscapes covered in snow, and Night, featuring twinkling winter lights.
Don't miss out on these exclusive items!
Hokkaido Exclusive – Snow Miku x Kuromi Hokkaido
Available: December 14, 2022
Official Site: https://snowmiku.com/
Snoopy Museum to Open Tasty Exhibition Titled 'What's Your Favorite Food?'
Following the conclusion of the current 'Little Best Friend Woodstock' exhibition, the Snoopy Museum will hold a food-centric event from January 14 until July 9, 2023!
Selected Works on Display
Peanuts Comic (January 20, 1991)
Peanuts Comic (September 6, 1988)
Peanuts Comic (February 7, 1988)
Peanuts Comic (September 14, 1954)
Peanuts Comic (March 27, 1986)
Peanuts Reprint (Partial / January 13, 1973)
Goods at a Glance
Approximately 40 rare original drawings of Snoopy and his friends will appear at the exhibition, all focused on the character's favorite foods. Food features prominently in the Peanuts comic strip, whether it be friends eating breakfast or school lunch.
The exhibition features items from the collection at the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center in Santa Rosa, California.
Snoopy loves to eat and loves doughnuts and marshmallows, but absolutely hates coconuts. Of course, the gang loves cookies, and eating lunch while chatting is the highlight of the day! Come enjoy this tasty event in 2023.
(C) Peanuts Worldwide LLC
Snoopy Museum Exhibition – What's Your Favorite Food? ~Food in PEANUTS~
Running: January 14 – July 9, 2023
Closed on Tuesday, February 21 (Open every other day of the exhibition period)
Snoopy Tea Brand SNOOTEA Launches Chocola Tea for the Holidays
15.November.2022 | FASHION / FOOD
# tea
Since its start in 2007, the Snoopy tea brand SNOOTEA has remained popular with Peanuts fans and tea fans alike. Typically, the brand has sold black tea in cute tins featuring Snoopy and his friends.
Starting November 7, fans can purchase a special Chocola tea made by tea blender Shuntarou Kumazaki. Blended to suit Japanese water and inspired by the world of Peanuts, it promises to be the perfect flavor for the holidays.
Made with cacao nibs, the flavor of standard black tea is punctuated with a chocolate aroma. The tea leaves themselves come from India, Sri Lanka, and Kenya, and are blended together in a balanced way to create an appealing taste that will have tea lovers coming back again and again. This blend is also perfect for making milk tea, and fans can even add whipped cream and marshmallows. This tea also goes well with strawberries, oranges, bananas, and other fruits, as well as nuts!
Snoopy and his friends dressed in winter attire will appear on each tin, adding to the festive holiday spirit. On the online store, customers can also find Darjeeling, Earl Grey, Apple Tea, and other varieties.
SNOOTEA Chocola Tea
Price: ¥999 (Tax Included)
Details/Purchase: https://feuillesbleues.com/onlineshop/snootea
60th Anniversary Sanrio Exhibition: The Beginning of Kawaii to Open at Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art in February 2023
The word 'kawaii' is now commonly used around the world. Sanrio is largely to thank for this, and the beloved company has announced that the 60th Anniversary Sanrio Exhibition will open at the Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art from February 11 until April 2, 2023. Advance tickets will include a discount and will be available until November 14 online.
"Sanrio celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2020, and the company continues to share Japan's character culture with fans around the world," Sanrio said in a comment. "Kawaii is now a universal language, and this is very much thanks to the over 450 characters that are part of Sanrio's history, from Hello Kitty to My Melody.
This exhibition traces the history of Sanrio and guests can enjoy seeing rare materials including merchandise, publications, and early designs from the company's founding. We want to continue to grow and develop our characters while valuing communication with our fans, ensuring that our adorable characters are loved by generations to come."
The Sanrio exhibition is something that generations of fans can enjoy, so come immerse yourself in this kawaii world! For more details, visit the official website.
60th Anniversary Sanrio Exhibition: The Beginning of Kawaii
Running: February 11 – April 2, 2023
Hours: 9:30 – 17:00 (Last entry at 16:30)
Venue: Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art (17-chome Kita 1 Jonishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido)
Official Site: https://stv.jp/event/sanrio
The World of Peanuts to Take Over Grandberry Park this Winter
The limited-time Christmas event 'SNOOPY Merry Colorful Christmas' will be held at the Grandberry Park shopping mall from November 12 until December 25, 2022. The complex is directly connected to Manami-Machida Grandberry Park Station on the Den-en-toshi Line.
This year's event is the most colorful one yet, focusing on diversity and individuality. Fans of Snoopy and friends are in for a treat, as the area around Grandberry Park will be illuminated in beautiful colors and decorated with unique Christmas decorations that will excite the whole family.
Colorful Sculpture
Colorful Illuminations
Snoopy Ice Rink
Snoopy Happiness Float 2022
During the event period, a giant 8-meter-tall Christmas tree decorated with Peanuts-inspired ornaments will be set up for guests to enjoy. A huge and very colorful sculpture measuring 6 meters across and over 2 meters tall will also welcome visitors to this Christmas wonderland. In addition, colorful lights will be scattered around the entirety of Grandberry Park, and a special Christmas menu filled with cakes and hors d'oeuvres is sure to delight.
On December 10, the Snoopy Ice Rink will open at Oasis Plaza, and the Snoopy Happiness Float 2022, a giant Snoopy that has traveled across Japan, will return for another year of fun.
Come have a fun time this holiday season with Snoopy and friends! A series of events will be held over the next year to market the Colors of Peanuts marketing campaign throughout the country, so keep an eye out for more news!
*Sample images only.
Snoopy Merry Colorful Christmas
Running: November 12 – December 25, 2022
Venue: Grandberry Park
Details: https://gbp.minamimachida-grandberrypark.com/christmas2022/
13th BT21 Cafe to Open in Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Osaka, and Sapporo
29.October.2022 | FASHION / FOOD / SPOT
# Oshiage
# Shibuya
The 13th iteration of the BT21 Cafe will open at six venues in five cities around Japan. Fans in Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Osaka, and Sapporo will want to visit this exclusive event titled ~MAGICAL TIME~. The first cafe opens in Shibuya on November 3. In celebration of BT21's 5th anniversary, this special cafe is filled with joy and excitement and aims to give fans the best possible experience.
Magical Tea Time Set
Food Plate
Food Plate (7 varieties)
Dessert Plate (7 varieties)
Magical Milk Tea
Iced Coffee / Hot Coffee
Original Goods
Acrylic Keychain (7 varieties, Random)
Acrylic Clip (7 varieties, Random)
Satin Sticker (7 varieties)
Clear Folder (2 varieties)
Handkerchief (7 varieties)
Masking Tape / Balloon on a Stick
Dolomite Coaster (2 varieties) / Mirror (2 varieties)
[Online Store Exclusive] Acrylic Keychain (7 varieties, Random)
The cafe's new menu includes afternoon tea, perfect for warming the body and soul during the cold winter months. The colorful food items and desserts are sure to be a hit on social media, and fans will enjoy the Magical Milk Tea and other dishes inspired by the popular BT21 characters.
In addition to new merchandise and bonuses featuring newly-drawn art, a photo spot will welcome guests to the cafe and invite them to celebrate this five-year milestone.
Why not take a break from everyday life to enjoy a magical time with these cute characters?
BT21 Cafe #13 ~MAGICAL TIME~
Venue/Dates
■Shibuya, Tokyo:
BOX cafe&space SHIBUYA109
Address: SHIBUYA109 B2F (2-29-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
■Oshiage, Tokyo:
BOX cafe&space Tokyo Solamachi
Running: January 13 – February 19, 2023
Address: Tokyo Skytree Town, Solamachi 1F (1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo)
■Yokohama, Kanagawa:
Collabo_Index Lumine Yokohama
Running: January 13 – February 5, 2023
Address: Lumine Yokohama 6F (2-16-1 Takashima, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa)
■Nagoya, Aichi:
BOX cafe&space Nagoya LACHIC #1
Running: December 2, 2022 – February 5, 2023
Address: LACHIC B1F (3-6-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi)
■Shinsaibashi, Osaka:
Shinsaibashi contact
Address: 1-6-24 Kitahorie, Nishi-ku, Osaka
■Sapporo, Hokkaido:
Cafe Interlude, Coach & Four Shinakawa
Address: 18-chome 3-jo, Kita-ku, Sapporo
Reservations: https://box-cafe.jp/
Open: November 3, 11:00 – December 4, 23:59
https://box-cafe.jp/online_store/
UNIQLO's UT Sweatshirt Collection Features Everything from Pop Culture Icons to Contemporary Art
19.August.2022 | FASHION
# Spider-Man
# UNIQLO
# UT
UNIQLO's graphic T-shirt brand UT has revealed some new pieces for its Fall/Winter 2022 collection! Some new sweatshirts are hitting the market featuring everything from Peanuts and Disney characters to Museums of the World and classic Spider-Man art.
From the world-famous Peanuts comic strip comes a collection of sweatshirts for children and adults! Be sure to grab these adorable designs featuring the daily life of Snoopy, Charlie Brown and friends.
The Philosophy of Andy Warhol
UNIQLO has worked with Andy Warhol's pieces for a number of years, and the latest collection features the powerful messages the artist left through his works. While the words themselves are powerful, the designs are simple and easy to incorporate into any look.
New York Pop Icons
Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Kenny Scharf were pioneers of New York pop culture in the 1980s. These bold prints are sure to turn heads.
Museums of the World Collection
The Museums of the World collection of men's shirts features beloved museums like the Tate Modern, the Louvre, the Museum of Fine Arts Boston, and more. This valuable collection was made possible by UNIQLO's continued art initiative, as the company has continued to work with museums around the world to share the wonders of art with as many people as possible.
Disney Dearest Friends
Many Disney films depict wholesome friendships born from fateful encounters. Keeping the theme of best friends in mind, these sweatshirts feature sweet terms and beautiful typography.
The collection is inspired by American college sweatshirts, adding motifs of Disney characters. The vintage-style design will make you feel wonderfully nostalgic.
Spider-Man 60th Anniversary: Amazing Years
Since his debut in 1962, Spider-Man has grown to become a huge figure in pop culture. This special collection uses some of the coolest comic book art of all time, perfect for today's superhero fans.
These sweatshirts are perfect for jazzing up your fall and winter wardrobe, so be sure to grab your favorites!
UT Collection
Special Site: https://www.uniqlo.com/jp/ja/contents/feature/ut-graphic-tees/
Tomakomai Mirai Fest 2022 Announces Second Round of Performers, Additional Details
29.July.2022 | FES / MUSIC / SPOT
# festival
# Tomakomai
New performers and events have been announced ahead of the start of Tomakomai Mirai Fest 2022 in Tomakomai, Hokkaido on September 17 and 18. The event will be held in one of the most gorgeous towns on the island and excitement is building!
The purpose of this event is to promote the appeal of the Tomakomai region, not only to those living in Japan but to those living abroad. In addition to music, the event will also feature art, food, technology, and more content that can be enjoyed by kids, families, and people of all ages and genders.
Tomakomai Civic Hall, Large Hall
Incredible live performances will be held in a futuristic setting. Along with Awesome City Club, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, and Little Glee Monster, guests can look forward to seeing HY, Wednesday Campanella, Taichi Mukai, and Atarashii Gakko!
Tomakomai Civic Hall, Parking Lot
DJ performances and food trucks will welcome guests to the futuristic area, and the illuminations are sure to impress!
Kirakira Park
An AR system accessible by smartphone will allow guests to take pictures of the Tomakomai Mirai Fest logo for a surprise. During the daytime, a food truck area will provide visitors with different types of gourmet offerings and a stage will showcase local dancers and musicians from Tomakomai. A family-friendly picnic area will allow guests to relax and enjoy good food and live music.
At night, in addition to impressive illuminations and a live stage showcasing Hokkaido's best talent, an island bar will amplify the mood.
O-machi/Nishiki-machi
During the daytime, a gourmet area will feature Tomakomai's famous curry ramen, local craft beer, craft spices, and more. At night, visitors can enjoy restaurants in the O-machi and Nishiki-machi areas while still enjoying the vibe of the event.
A stamp rally will be held during the event, and guests finding stamps at each location will be eligible to win fantastic prizes. A bus service is also planned.
More performers and details will be announced soon, so stay tuned!
Tomakomai Mirai Fest 2022
Dates: September 17 and 18, 2022
Tomakomai Civic Hall, Large Hall (Admission Fee Required)
September 17 / Doors Open 16:30, Event Starts 17:30
Tomakomai Civic Hall, Parking Lot / Kirakira Park / O-machi, Nishiki-machi (Free Entry)
September 17: Open at 12:00
*May be earlier or later depending on the venue. Detailed event times will be announced at a later date.
Locations: Tomakomai Civic Hall, Large Hall / Parking Lot / Kirakira Park / Around Omachi, Nishikimachi
Ticket Agency: Ticket Pia
[1-day or 2-day Tickets Available]
Official 2nd Advance Ticket Lottery: July 28, 12:00 – August 7, 23:59
https://w.pia.jp/t/tomakomaimiraifest22/
Official Site: http://miraifest-tomakomai.jp/
Tomakomai Mirai Fest 2022 to be Held in September
29.June.2022 | FES / MUSIC
On September 17 and September 18, the Tomakomai Urban Renewal Project Committee will hold Tomakomai Mirai Fest 2022, inviting guests to celebrate the area around Tomakomai in Hokkaido.
The main venue of the event will be the Tomakomai Civic Hall. Musical acts announced so far include Awesome City Club, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, and Little Glee Monster.
In the Tomakomai Civic Hall parking lot and the nearby Kirakira Park, guests can enjoy free DJ performances, mini-concerts, art and technology installations, food trucks, picnic areas, and more. In addition, the Nishikimachi and Omachi areas will be decorated with digital art, and food and beverages will be available.
Advanced 2-Day tickets are available now on Ticket Pia by lottery. More performers and additional content will be announced soon, so keep an eye on social media and the official website.
Venue: Tomakomai Civic Hall, Large Hall
*More detailed event times and locations will be announced at a later date.
Tickets: https://w.pia.jp/t/tomakomaimiraifest22/
Hokkaido Information Base the Lodge to Open in 2023, Invites Guests to Learn More about the Area's Unique Attractions
Hokkaido Ballpark F Village, a commercial space coming in 2023 and located on the south side of ES CON Field Hokkaido, will feature a unique attraction. Visitors to Hokkaido won't want to miss checking out THE LODGE, an information center focusing on unique experiences and attractions that can only be found on Japan's northernmost island.
THE LODGE will be located in the center of F Village, connecting the ES CON Field to the waterfront area. Guests will be able to get valuable tips about local attractions and one-of-a-kind experiences.
In addition to a showroom where visitors can discover the charms of neighboring areas, the building will also serve as a tourism hub where tenants can enjoy outdoor activities and workshops. The location hopes to create a larger sense of community, and guests are encouraged to learn more about each unique and distinct area of Hokkaido.
Materials unique to Hokkaido (Hokkaido larch, local cedar wood, Ebetsu bricks) were used to create the space, and the roof was made to reflect the local mountain range. The creators are excited to welcome guests to this warm and inviting space next year!
Hokkaido Ballpark F Village Official Site: http://www.hkdballpark.com
NAKED's Popular Night Walk Returns to Illuminate Jozankei Onsen in Hokkaido
30.May.2022 | SPOT
# naked
The JOZANKEI NATURE LUMINARIE -WATER LIGHT VALLEY- event is coming back in 2022! The event, which shows off the natural beauty of Jozankei's rivers, valleys, and forests, from June to October. Guests can enjoy an illuminated walk along the Toyohira River in the Jozankei area of Hokkaido and wander across the picturesque Futami Suspension Bridge.
This year, the park area at the entrance to the event has been redesigned with new lights. A 2.5-meter-high blue dome will welcome guests with an image of water, and the trees and wisteria trellises will be decorated with twinkling golden lights.
Welcome Light Lake *Image from 2021
River Road
Forest Water Ripple
Nature Projection
Futami Valley
Visitors will encounter a variety of unique light art as they stroll through the rich nature of Jozankei guided by the elusive kappa, known to be the guardian Gods of the region. As visitors approach, the river begins to glow while flowers bloom in this interactive art experience. By using projection mapping across the Futami Suspension Bridge and an all-encompassing light show within the canyon, the event hopes to remind visitors that nature is important and worth preserving.
How would you like to spend your summer deep in the illuminated nature of Hokkaido?
JOZANKEI NATURE LUMINARIE – WATER LIGHT VALLEY
Address: Jozankei Futami Park – Futami Suspension Bridge
(Jozankei Onsen Nishi 4-chome, Minami-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido)
Running: June 1 – October 23, 2022
June – August: 19:00-21:00
September – October: 18:00-21:00
*Tickets available for guests of Jozankei Onsen only
Official Site: https://jozankei.jp/jozankei-nature-luminarie


Introducing Gap Filling for Time Series Data in MongoDB 5.3
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Jane Fine
April 6, 2022 | Updated: November 21, 2022
At MongoDB we are all about letting developers innovate with data. Time series is the fastest-growing data-intensive workload, and our native time series capabilities let you build applications faster and get more insight from time series data with less cognitive load.
It's common for time series data to have gaps, such as when an IoT sensor goes offline. But in order to perform analytics and ensure correct results, time series data needs to be continuous. You may also want to create histograms or correlate data sets to enable more complex operational analytics in the context of app development. Gap filling, now available in MongoDB 5.3 Rapid Release, in combination with the densification we introduced in MongoDB 5.1, helps you better handle missing data to easily create and surface valuable insight.
The two new aggregation stages create a simple, streamlined way to deal with missing data across time series and regular collections powering analytics for any use case. The $densify stage creates new documents to eliminate the gaps in the time or numeric domain at the required granularity level, and $fill sets values for the fields when a value is null or missing. Filling missing values can be done with a constant or using linear interpolation, carrying over the last observation or carrying backward the next observation.
Input documents: tracking of temperature, motion, and inventory in a storage room
This function produces an hourly view of the metrics for each storage room. When temperature data is missing it should be interpolated linearly, motion should default to 0, and quantity of inventory should be carried over from the last known point.
Output: The second document was generated based on the two surrounding documents.
Previously these types of complex analytics were possible only in specialized systems such as dedicated time series databases or data warehouses. Architecturally, technology practitioners had to make the no-win trade-off between a niche, often immature technology dedicated solely to time series workloads and disconnected from systems of record containing the full complement of enterprise data and exporting time series data into data warehouses, thereby making it hard to operationalize insights. Both involve managing multiple data silos and fragile ETL pipelines driving up complexity and cost. Workarounds to these approaches often involve developers building complex data pipelines to fill in the gaps, potentially at the application layer, leading to poor query performance or limiting analytics to small data sets. With MongoDB 5.3, developers can build rich analytics on time series data in flight and deliver operational insight to their users as part of the application experience.
MongoDB 5.3 is available now. If you are running Atlas Serverless instances or have opted in to receive Rapid Releases in your dedicated Atlas cluster, then your deployment will be automatically updated to 5.3 starting today. MongoDB 5.3 is also available as a Development Release for evaluation purposes only from the MongoDB Download Center. Consistent with the new release cadence announced last year, the functionality available in 5.3 and the subsequent Rapid Releases will roll up into MongoDB 6.0, our next Major Release scheduled for delivery later this year.
For a more in-depth explanation on gap filling for time series, check out our article on the MongoDB Developer Hub.
The development, release, and timing of any features or functionality described for our products remains at our sole discretion. This information is merely intended to outline our general product direction, and it should not be relied on in making a purchasing decision. Nor is this a commitment, promise, or legal obligation to deliver any material, code, or functionality.
QVentures and MongoDB Partner to Support the Next Generation of B2B SaaS Founders
No matter the industry, every startup begins with the same thing — an idea. The challenge is taking that idea and manifesting it into the real world with real world customers. To build a highly scalable and successful venture you need the right funding partner. Every startup needs investment, but what founders must understand is that what is truly paramount to their future success is finding the right funding partner who will be a value add, and not just a capital injection. VC's such as QVentures fit that mold of being a value addition to the success of a startup's journey. QVentures is a venture capital firm that provides direct investment opportunities and fund management to take companies from Seed to Series B. Together, MongoDB for Startups and QVentures offer prospective companies their best path forward towards becoming successful. MongoDB's Startup Partnership Manager Julian Busch spoke with QVentures' Head of Origination Alex Cochand and Managing Partner Robert Walsh to discuss their company and its partnership with MongoDB for Startups. What is your overall mission at QVentures? Alex Cochand: Our mission is really twofold. From our perspective, one of the major reasons that businesses fail is through a lack of funding. And really that's a discovery problem. Those companies struggle to find interested, active, and supportive investors that buy into their mission. And we support that discovery. Robert Walsh: The mission of QVentures is to work very closely with our investors, who are family offices and UHNWIs, and bring them together with entrepreneurs and founders of businesses between the levels of seed to series B. We very much focus on looking at tech companies for the next generation of investments. The family offices we work very closely with are often the first generation investing into venture capital and are able to pass on their experience to support founders in ways outside of capital. Do you have an investment thesis when investing in startups? Walsh: Our thesis is to invest into enterprise SaaS, marketplaces, B2B enterprise SaaS, and B2B consumer tech businesses that are highly scalable with next generational founders. What advice would you give founders when thinking about fundraising with a VC? Cochand: Start fundraising early. Everyone thinks that it's going to be a very quick process, you're going to meet the investor of your dreams, and you'll have cash in your bank within a couple of weeks. The reality is that no matter who you are and no matter how great your business is, it always takes longer than you want. There's always more process. There are always hiccups. And you need to make sure that you have more than enough runway to make it through to the end of your fundraise. Are you seeing trends or frequent mistakes that founders make when engaging QVentures? Cochand: Selling the product rather than the business. You sell individual functionalities of the thing that you're building because that's what you're doing day-to-day. Your eyes are directly on building out the product that you want to take out to the market. Instead, when you're speaking to investors, you need to be pitching the mission, the business, and what the opportunity for scale and growth is. Walsh: Being a founder is very difficult. Mistakes are something that I don't think is a fair statement. I would say, we do see trends. We see people who have ideas that might not be good businesses to invest in and who can become very frustrated with that. More importantly, we look for is industry leaders, who are looking to bring technology into new markets. What value do corporate partnerships, like with MongoDB for Startups, bring to the founders in your portfolio? Cochand: We see a huge amount of value in partnerships. It allows us to take the value-add that we offer to our startups to a completely new level. We're very good at the fundraising piece, and that's where we offer our value to the startups that we work with. Through partnering with companies like MongoDB and others, we're able to take that to the 10x. Walsh: What surprised me about our initial partnership, is that companies at various stages in their growth journey are engaging with MongoDB. We've seen multiple companies from our Pre-Seed Fund find great value in MongoDB's services, as well as our portfolio companies who are at later stages. This shows that there's a value in this technology. So focusing again on startup founders, building companies from scratch, finding value in the MongoDB platform, what role does data play in that space? Walsh: Data is a very important piece of the puzzle when you're evaluating a company, because there isn't that much real IP in the idea. It's how you track it, and it's quite frankly execution, and what can you do to learn off of that data. A founder who doesn't use data is a founder who might miss something. Cochand: If we look at where the biggest technological changes are coming from, where the real value is being driven at the moment, a lot of that is coming through technologies, particularly in the ML and AI space. And what drives those, and what enables you to differentiate, is through proprietary access to data. And that's where the real value is with that. If you can mine it in a way that it's accessible and usable, and store in a way that you can then easily access and run your models off of, you're always going to be a step ahead of your competition. Where do you see QVentures in 10 years or do you predict any macro changes in the VC landscape? Walsh: QVentures in 10 years will probably have several billion of assets under management. And I also see the venture capital industry here changing tremendously due to the macro themes that are following the US, such as pension funds will start entering into macro. If you think of the amount of long duration and high yielding assets, I see venture capital following the private equity move of the 90s. So if you look at the KKR and Apollo or anything like that you're going to see QVentures as part of that next wave. Cochand: Where we want to take QVentures in the next 10 years is becoming a hub for access to the venture capital and the tech community for predominantly family offices and ultra high net worths. No matter how they want to invest, no matter how they want to interact with startups, they can come through QVentures for that. If they want to come through a fund structure, if they want to invest directly into singular businesses, or if they want to look at things like venture debt or managed accounts, we have a product offering that we can pass out to them. Title of the document table, th, td { padding: 10px; border: 1px solid black; border-collapse: collapse; } Takeaways for Founders: Start fundraising early "Everyone thinks that there's going to be a very quick process. You're going to meet the investor of your dreams, and you'll have cash in your bank within a couple of weeks," Cochand said. "The reality is that no matter who you are and no matter how great your business is, it always takes longer than you want. There's always more process. There are always hiccups. And you just want to make sure that you have more than enough runway to make sure that you make it through to the end of your funding event." Do your own VC diligence prior to engaging Founders should always do their diligence prior to engaging VC's. Understand the investment thesis of a VC before reaching out. For example, as Robert stated, "Our thesis is to invest into enterprise SaaS, marketplaces, B2B enterprise SaaS, and B2B consumer tech businesses that are highly scalable with next generational founders." If you are a CPG startup, QVentures would not be a likely investment target for you to engage with. Do not waste your valuable time or the VC's by reaching out even when they do not invest in your space. When pitching VC's, don't sell your product, sell your business "Common mistakes that I see founders make when they come to fundraise is selling the product rather than the business," Cochand said. "You sell individual functionalities of the thing that you're building because that's what you're doing day to day. Your eyes are directly on building out the product that you want to take out to the market. Instead, when you're speaking to investors, you need to be pitching the mission, the business, and what the opportunity for scale and growth is." Title of the document table, th, td { padding: 10px; border: 1px solid black; border-collapse: collapse; } Takeaways for VC's: Build value add partnerships with corporations who can fill knowledge gaps in your team "We see a huge amount of value in partnerships. It allows us to take the value-add that we offer to our startups to a completely new level," Cochand said. "We're very good at the fundraising piece, and that's where we offer our value to the startups that we work with. Through partnering with companies like MongoDB and others, we're able to take that to the 10x." A prediction on the shifting VC Landscape: "I also see the venture capital industry here changing tremendously due to the macro themes that are following the US, such as pension funds will start entering into macro," Walsh said. "If you think of the amount of long duration and high yielding assets, I see venture capital following the private equity move of the 90s. So if you look at the KKR and Apollo or anything like that you're going to see QVentures as part of that next wave." When looking at potential investment opportunities, VC's should look for founders who understand and leverage data "Data is a very important piece of the puzzle when you're evaluating a company," Walsh said. "Because there isn't that much real IP in an idea. It's how you track it, and it's quite frankly execution, and what you do to learn off of that data. A founder who doesn't use data is a founder who might miss something." Don't be that founder not leveraging their data. Sign up for the MongoDB for Startups program today.
New Aggregation Pipeline Text Editor Debuts in MongoDB Compass
There's a reason why Compass is one of MongoDB's most-loved developer tools: because it provides an approachable and powerful visual user interface for interacting with data on MongoDB. As part of this, Compass's Aggregation Pipeline Builder abstracts away the finer points of MongoDB's Query API syntax and provides a guided experience for developing complex queries. But what about when you want less rather than more abstraction? That's where our new Aggregation Pipeline Text Editor comes in. Recently released on Compass, the Aggregation Pipeline Text Editor allows users to write free-form aggregations. While users could previously write and edit pipelines through a guided and structured builder organized by aggregation stage, a text-based builder can be preferable for some users. This new pipeline editor makes it easy for users to: See the entire pipeline without having to excessively scroll through the UI Stay "in the flow" when writing aggregations if they are already familiar with MongoDB's Query API syntax Copy and paste aggregations built elsewhere (like in MongoDB's VS Code Extension ) into Compass Use built-in syntax formatting to make pipeline text "pretty" before copying it over from Compass to other tools The Aggregation Pipeline Text Editor in Compass. Notice how toward the top right you can click on "stages" to move back to the traditional stage-based Aggregation Pipeline Builder. Ultimately, the addition of the Aggregation Pipeline Text Editor to Compass gives users more flexibility depending on how they want to build aggregations. For a more guided experience and to get result previews when adding each new stage, the existing Aggregation Pipeline Builder will work best for most users. But when writing free-form aggregations or copying and pasting aggregation text from other tools, the Aggregation Pipeline Text Editor may be preferable. It also previews the final pipeline output, rather than the stage-by-stage preview that exists today. Users will be able to access either both the traditional Aggregation Pipeline Builder and the new Pipeline Text Editor from directly within the Aggregations tab in Compass and can switch between the two views without losing their work. To get access to the new Aggregation Pipeline Text Editor, make sure to download the latest version of Compass here . And as always, we welcome your continued feedback on how to improve Compass. If you have ideas for how to improve your experience with Compass you can submit them on our UserVoice platform here . We'll have even more great features coming in Compass soon. Keep checking back on our blog for the latest news!


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Lakers don't call end of regulation, say foul is 'clear as day'
LOS ANGELES — A no call to the Dallas Mavericks' Tim Hardaway JrThe defense of Troy Brown JrThe 3-point attempt by . at the end of regulation left LA in a bad mood Thursday night at the eventual Lakers. 119-115 double overtime loss to the Mavs.
The Lakers rallied from a 19-point deficit in the first quarter to tie it in the fourth when lebron james found Brown on the right wing for a potential game-winning 3 at the buzzer. Hardaway took the shot and made contact with Brown's hand and the ball at the point of release, sending the shot well short of the basket.
James and Brown immediately expressed their frustration with the outcome of the play to referee Suyah Mehta, who was the referee closest to the action.
Crew chief Josh Tiven, speaking to a reporter from the pool after the game, defended the no call.
"Hardaway Jr. gets a piece of the ball on the close and then makes high-five contact, which is legal and that play was not properly called," Tiven said.
Brown was asked about the no-call in the locker room after the game and offered a diplomatic response.
"It is what it is," Brown said. "That's not my job to referee, and I'm not going to sit here and decide who should have done what."
When a reporter followed up to brief Brown on Tiven's explanation, James, sitting in front of his locker across the room, chimed in from 20 feet away.
"No, it's a fucking foul," James said forcefully for everyone in the room to hear. "It's a foul. Whatever happens [Brown] he says, it's a fucking fault. This is egregious, and they should have said so."
Fifteen minutes later, in his postgame press conference in the hallway, James was more reserved in his response. When asked if he disagreed with the umpires' decision, he simply said, "Obviously."
Lakers coach Darvin Ham also disagreed with the referees' assessment of the play.
"I'm not one to blame the referees, and I'm not going to start now. But it clearly looked like it was a foul," Ham said. "Maybe I could be wrong. But we were still looking at it after the game, and it looked like a foul on his follow-up."
LA was outscored 18-14 in the two overtime sessions, shooting a combined 5-for-17 from the field.
James finished with 24 points, 16 rebounds, nine assists and two steals in 47 minutes, but shot 9-for-28 overall and 0-for-7 from 3-point range, including 0-for-4 in overtime. .
The Lakers were not the only ones who had problems with the trade. Mavericks owner Mark Cuban tweeted during the game, agreeing with TNT analyst Stan Van Gundy that Luka Doncic I wasn't getting enough calls.
Stan van Gundy is absolutely right. The worst refereed match. Luka has no respect. unreal
— Mark Cuban (@mcuban) January 13, 2023
Doncic finished with 35 points, 14 rebounds and 13 assists, but was fouled five times and attempted just seven free throws.
"I didn't see it, I don't have Twitter," Doncic said with a wry smile when asked about Cuban's tweet.
When asked again about the tweet, Doncic Euro took the question a step further.
"I have no comment on that," he said. "I don't want to be fined."
ESPN's Tim MacMahon contributed to this report.
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Dances with the Dragons – First Impressions
On April 24, 2018 April 22, 2018 By AstralGeminiIn Spring 2018
Dances with the Dragons (not to be mistaken for A Dance with Dragons, that's Game of Thrones stuff… still a great book though) is a light novel series written by Labo Asai. With the Anime adaptation this spring, i've seen a bit of controversy going around, mainly due to the original novel's penchant for dark and gruesome content, and people wondering how much of it will get translated over into the Anime. I can gladly, and honestly say… quite a bit, actually.
While I haven't read the LN series, the first few episodes of the anime have made me think that I kind of want to. With an interesting world setup and a pair of fun and intriguing leads to play with, the story is off to a great start. Combine that with the very dark setting and the awesome action scenes we get only a minute into the show, and you've got a very promising recipe.
The show looks great, with vibrant colors and smooth animation. The soundtrack is pretty good, but mostly remains in the background. As far as I can tell about the story, there are creatures like Dragons and stuff that constantly attack humanity. Practitioners of an art called Jushiki fight against these creatures to allow humans to survive and thrive in the world, and get paid bounties for their work. Gaius and Gigina are Jushikiists, as well as the main characters.
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One of the things that really stood out was the dynamic between the two leads. With each of them playing off each other quite well, they were interesting to watch, and with the great fantasy setting in the mix, this seems like a show that can far surpass Grancrest from last season. Only one way to find out, though.
I'll let this one stick on my watchlist for a while, and I might even try to snag the LN if I can find it anywhere. My interest is piqued, and I want to know what happens next. Has anyone else picked up this show this season? If so, what are your thoughts on it, and are you going to stick around for more?
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This one I dropped during the second episode. While there were some interesting ideas, I found the anime dumped way too much exposition in these early episodes and I wasn't getting into the series at all.
I haven't managed to get to the second episode yet, still playing catch-up with the rest of the season. But if they're still dropping exposition in episode 2 or even 3 i might drop it
I think it's also a common problem with Anime that get adapted from Light Novels. They feel they have to explain the whole world with words, instead of letting the visual medium of Anime take over a lot of that storytelling. It's probably difficult because of the complex settings of so many Light Novels, but as Made in Abyss showed us, there's a better way to deliver information than just expositional dump in the first episode or two
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It started out fairly well, but I ended up zoning out at the start of the 2nd episode so it had to go. I also kept comparing it to Concrete Revolutio for some reason, even though the two aren't very similar…
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The Advocate taps Wilkins to cover West Baton Rouge
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Terell Wilkins
Terell Wilkins has joined The Advocate to cover happenings in West Baton Rouge and Louisiana State University. Previously, he was a news reporter, and has occasionally covered sports for The Spectrum and Desert Valley Times in St. George, Utah and Mesquite, Nevada for Gannett | USA Today Network.
He was also a sports correspondent at The News & Observer and was also a track and field beat writer at The State Press, ASU Student Media.
Wilkins has a B.A. in mass communication/media studies from Arizona State University.
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Encinitas events this week (Aug. 2)
Aug. 2, 2018 8 AM PT
For more information and a complete list of events, visit the city's newsletter at https://bit.ly/2Ap6iF.
Taste of Encinitas
The Encinitas 101 MainStreet Association recently announced that tickets are on sale for the 30th Annual Taste of Encinitas. This year's event will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 7 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. along Coast Hwy 101 in downtown Encinitas. With the purchase of a $45 ticket, participants will be able to enjoy tastes from a number of local restaurants, sample wine and beer at Sip Stops, and enjoy a variety of live music. Tickets can be purchased online at visitencinitas.org and at the Encinitas 101 office located at 818 S. Coast Hwy 101.
Summer Concerts By the Sea: New Leaf
This summer, Encinitas Parks and Recreation brings more fun to the beach concert experience on Aug. 5 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Moonlight Beach, 400 B Street. Hear the greatest Reggae hits, past and present. Concerts are held right on the sand at beautiful Moonlight Beach. Bring blankets and beach chairs. No dogs, glass or alcohol. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Ox4i0j.
Jefferson Jay Band concert
The Jefferson Jay Band will play in the Encinitas Library Community Room, 540 Cornish Drive, on Aug. 5 from 2 to 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.encinitaslibfriends.org.
Book sale at Encinitas Library
Encinitas Friends of the Library Bookstore holds a book sale Saturday, Aug. 4. Most books will be priced from 25 cents to $1, with CDs for 25 cents and DVDs typically $1. Books range from current fiction, children's selections, biography, self-help and spirituality to health, history, travel and science. The sale is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the general public and opens at 9 a.m. for members at the library, 540 Cornish Drive. Community members can join the Friends group at the door. Visit www.encinitaslibfriends.org.
Book sale at Cardiff Library
Join The Friends of the Cardiff- by-the-Sea Library on Saturday, Aug. 4, from 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. to a $3 per bag or $.25 per book sale, the bag is provided. Held in the community room. A drawing entry for a Kindle with every $3 a bag purchase. Your memberships and purchases help support the Cardiff Library with books, programs and scholarships that benefit the community.
Free admission to active duty, National Guard and Reserve members of the U.S. military and their families (card carrier plus 5 immediate family members) is available daily through Labor Day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2uZIQsL.
All Fired Up: Wheel Throwing
Learn the essentials of creating functional ceramics on a potter's wheel on Fridays from Aug. 3 to Sept. 14 from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Lux Art Institute, 1550 South El Camino Real. Whether you are new to ceramics or a professional artist looking to further your practice, visiting artist Ryan Gray will take an individualized approach to teaching all aspects of wheel throwing including form making, trimming, altering, assembling, and glazing. Studio time is included. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2LIuIP1.
Ovation Theatre: 'Crazy for You'
Featuring original Broadway choreography, Ovation Theatre will showcase the best singers and dancers North County has to offer in this zany rich-boy-meets-hometown-girl romantic comedy on Aug. 3 and 4 at 7 p.m. and on Aug. 5 at 2 p.m. at Brubeck Theater, 1140 West Mission Road in San Marcos. "Crazy For You" tells the story of young New York banker, Bobby Child, who is sent to foreclose on a rundown theatre. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2M3bnEd.
Surrealist Collage with Ellen Speert
Inspired by the work of Seen Frost, surrealist collage blends the intuitive choice of images with the careful construction of personal cards. This full-day intensive on Aug. 4 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Center for Creative Renewal, 1905 Crest Drive, is for those who have taken a Surrealist Collage or SoulCollage workshop in the past. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Ox7mtl.
Green Living Tour
See sustainability in action as you explore worm bins, greywater systems, innovative compost projects, tool lending library, water-wise garden, and more on Aug. 4 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Solana Center, 137 North El Camino Real. You'll leave one step further on your journey to living a sustainable lifestyle. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2LE7eu9.
Healing Arts Class
For those recovering from brain injuries and/or neurological challenges, enjoy self-expression through art, increase skills, improve eye/hand coordination and enjoy the warmth and support of a facilitator, Denise McMurtrie, on Aug. 4 at 11 a.m. in Scripps Hospital's Brain Injury Treatment Room, 354 Santa Fe Drive. Supplies provided. For more information, email schwarb.andrea@scrippshealth.org.
Families Make History
Join artist and musician Cici Artemisia every Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. for arts, crafts and a sing-along at the Heritage Ranch, 450 Quail Gardens Drive. These fun make-and-take projects will inspire creativity in you and your family. For more details, visit https://bit.ly/2KaEio8.
Concert: Kasondra Kazanjian
The gifted soloist will perform famous arias from operas ranging from La Boheme to Le Nozze di Figaro to La Rondine on Aug. 4 at 5 p.m. at the Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. She will also mix in jazz tunes, a Spanish song cycle with guitar and Armenian folk songs. Proceeds benefit Institute Edeline in Haiti. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2v4qg2r.
Tracks & Scat! Family Fun Day
Who's been on the trail? Animals leave behind all kinds of clues. Learn about animal tracks through hands-on fun, craft making, tours and discovery stations on Aug. 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center, 2710 Manchester Avenue. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2M70BNl.
Bollywood dancing
A fusion of Indian and Western dance styles every Sunday in August from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Performing Arts Workshop, 1465 Encinitas Boulevard. The session will also provide a cardio workout. All levels are welcome. Bollywood Steps is an established Indian dance company with locations all over San Diego County with instructor Payal Nanavati. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2mVRjc2.
Now showing: The King, RBG, The Karate Kid and Rocky Horror Picture Show. 471 Coast Highway 101. For tickets and showtimes, visit https://bit.ly/2KjUEek.
Artists' reception at Off Track Gallery
The public is invited to an artists' reception at the Off Track Gallery Saturday, Aug. 11, from 4-7 p.m. featuring a cash award ceremony to Encinitas Friends of the Arts and also to three promising MiraCosta College Students — Rachel Greenstein, Priscilla Rivera, and Jonathan Broberg. Refreshments will be served at the reception. All artwork in the Gallery will be 10 percent off the entire day from 10 a.m. to closing. This event is free and open to the public.
The Off Track Gallery is owned and operated by the San Dieguito Art Guild, a nonprofit, 501(c)3 organization made up of over 200 talented local artists. Off Track Gallery, 937 South Coast Highway 101, Suite C-103, Encinitas, 760-942-3636, pr@sandieguitoartguild.com, OffTrackGallery.com.
Mobile blood drive
Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA will host a mobile blood drive Aug. 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 200 Saxony Road. Donors must be at least 17 years old (or 16 with parental consent), 114 pounds and in good health. It is recommended that donors consume an adequate meal and plenty of fluids prior to giving. A photo identification must be presented upon signing up to donate. Donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment for their convenience but walk-ins are also welcome. To schedule an appointment, please call 1-800-4MY-SDBB (1-800-469-7322) or visit www.SanDiegoBloodBank.org.
Great music, chili and more at Race Track
The Del Mar Race Track's summer season is now in full swing! This week features a free performance by innovative reggae musician Matisyahu on Friday, Aug. 3, unlimited samples of award-winning chili during the Chili Challenge on Saturday, Aug. 4 and a Sunday dedicated to luxury during Ladies and Gents Day on Aug. 5. Guests can also participate some family fun during Del Mar's weekly Family Saturdays and enjoy foodie favorites with food and drink specials during the week, including Brigantine Wednesdays, Happy Hour Fridays and Taste of the Turf Club.
Racing at Del Mar happens Wednesday through Sunday with the exception of Closing Day on Labor Day Monday (9/3). First post is at 2 p.m. daily. First post on Fridays is at 4 p.m., with the exceptions of August 24 and 31 when first post is 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 858-755-1141 or visit www.delmarracing.com. You can follow Del Mar on Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat at @DelMarRacing or like us on Facebook at Facebook.com/DelMarRaces.
Encinitas and North Coast Democratic Club
The Encinitas and North Coast Democratic Club will meet on Saturday, Aug. 4, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Dove Library, Gowland Room, in Carlsbad. Howard Wayne, co-chair and founding board member of the San Diego Lawyer Chapter of the American Constitution Society, will speak on " How Trump is Weaponizing the Courts with Judicial Picks that will Harm America for the Next 40 Years." There will also be a raffle and refreshments served. For more information, visit www.encdc.org.
Reading of 'An Ideal Husband' at NC Rep
The Oscar Wilde Society @NorthCoastRep will present a free reading of "An Ideal Husband" Sunday, Aug. 12 at 7:30 p.m. According to the North Coast Rep website, the Oscar Wilde Society @NorthCoastRep is being established as an auxiliary group for the LBGT supporters of North Coast Rep. To launch the Society, North Coast Rep will present "An Ideal Husband" by Oscar Wilde, directed by Richard Baird, featuring some of San Diego's top actors. Written in 1895, this comic play revolves around blackmail and political corruption and touches on public and private honor. Wilde was a leader in the effort to make plays accessible to the public. There will be a light social event after the reading. Suggested donation $25 to establish The Oscar Wilde Society. Visit northcoastrep.org
Mission Bay High School Class of '78 40th reunion
The Mission Bay High School Class of 1978 is planning its 40th reunion to be held on Saturday, Aug. 25, at Mission Bay Yacht Club from 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Come join your classmates while overlooking the bay at the MBYC. Enjoy dinner, drinks, a photo booth and DJ with our very own Drew Miller. Find more details and tickets at mbhs1978.com/details.html
Art in the Village
Held on the second Sunday every August, the Carlsbad Village Association's Art in the Village will return Aug. 12 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., bringing 110 local and regional fine artists for a one-day, open-air art show. Address: 2907 State St., Carlsbad. More details at carlsbad-village.com/art.
ArtWalk @ Liberty Station
The 13th Annual Fine Arts Festival, ArtWalk @ Liberty Station will return to Ingram Plaza on Saturday, Aug. 11 and Sunday, Aug. 12 in the Arts District at Liberty Station. The free event's 2018 theme "Connecting Creative Communities" embodies ArtWalk's mission to bring San Diego together to enjoy art and cultural expression all weekend long. In addition to thousands of works of art, attendees can also expect food, wine and beer, live entertainment and interactive art projects. Visit www.artwalksandiego.org/libertystation.
North Coast Women's Connection Luncheon
North Coast Women's Connection Harvest Hoedown Luncheon will be held Sept. 11. The North Coast Women's Connection (NCWC) Harvest Hoedown will feature internationally-known watercolorist Chuck McPherson. John Reed, retired police officer, will speak on "The Stages of Life." Event will be held at Lomas Santa Fe Country Club, 1505 Loma Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach from 11 a.m.– 1 p.m. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Please make reservations no later than Sept. 1. The luncheon is $25 per person. Walk-ins are Welcome at $30 per person.
To make reservations, send a check payable to NCWC. If you are bringing a guest(s), please provide their name(s). Mail your reservation payment to: Dorothy Cuchna, 654 East Circle Drive, Solana Beach, CA 92075. Please address any questions to: minscott11@gmail.com


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Rubio: Many Questions, Scant Justice From Obama White House One Year After
Many Questions, Scant Justice From Obama White House One Year After Benghazi Attacks
By Senator Marco Rubio
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One year ago today, on September 11, 2012, we were reminded that despite our successes in the war on terror, Al Qaeda and its affiliates continue to threaten the United States and our personnel and facilities around the world.
We remember the lives and service of the four Americans, including Ambassador Chris Stevens, who were slain in Benghazi, Libya while trying to help bring peace and stability to a country going through a difficult transition.
We pray for their families who still mourn the loss of their loved ones.
Unfortunately, a year later many questions remain about this tragedy.
Just last month, Secretary of State John Kerry absolved the four State Department employees, who had previously been removed from their jobs, of any responsibility for the security failures that put Ambassador Stevens and his colleagues at risk.
This raises questions about the work of the Accountability Review Board and also means that no one at the State Department has been held accountable.
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James Husband
Lituya Bay, 1958
The rumbling shook the sleeping boy's father from his fading half-sleep on the berth of their single-masted sailing boat. Bolting up and looking out the window, his eyes widened as he saw the still waters of the Alaskan inlet churn and rise into a monstrous, debris-strewn wave, easily fifty feet in height and heading straight toward their tiny craft. The father tossed a life preserver at the groggy boy and said, "Son, start praying."
The Emu War
After the 1918 armistice ended the fighting of World War I, the Australian government instituted a program to buy and provide farming land for its returning soldiers, in order to reintroduce them back into civilian life. In Western Australia, the government established 48 farming estates totaling almost 90,000 hectares, a little over 200,000 acres, in an area northeast of Perth, in the southwestern corner of the nation. Years later, the Great Depression of 1929 hit the area particularly hard, and when the land was invaded by a relentless and destructive pest, the Minister of Defense in Perth dispatched a machine gun crew, with less than stellar results.
The 19th Century
Jakob Walter's March Home
By 1812, Jakob Walter, although only 24 years of age, had already served in two campaigns as a foot soldier for the Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. Jakob and many other conscripts in the Grande Armée were ordered to undertake the famously ill-fated march on Moscow, after which the devastated remnants of Napoleon's fighting force were left to return to their homes on their own power. Jakob's meticulous diary tells a tale of survival and perseverance during this nightmarish march against staggering odds.
The Secret Surveyor of Tibet
By the early 1860s, the British and Russian Empires simultaneously attempted to spread their influence into Tibet, a region which was at the time still tenuously under the control of the fading Qing Empire in China. Tibetan leadership, in an attempt to forestall culture erosion and retain its connections with the Chinese, closed its borders to Europeans of all sorts on penalty of death. Captain Thomas G. Montgomerie of the Royal Engineers, tasked with the exploration and mapping of Tibet, developed a plan to use trained natives to surreptitiously take the measurements for which British agents, regardless of their talent or preparation, would be much more vulnerable to discovery. After being asked for recommendations of loyal and talented locals who could be taught techniques in infiltration and surveying, British Education Officer Edmund Smyth suggested to Montgomerie a 33-year-old local schoolteacher named Nain Singh.
Run For Your Life, John Colter
Aware that they were essentially invading and poaching on enemy land, Corps of Discovery veterans John Colter and John Potts remained hidden during the day in order to escape detection, setting their traps at night and gathering up their proceeds as the following dawn broke. One morning, as the two men canoes up the Jefferson River, they heard a commotion above the elevated riverbank to the east. Colter claimed that the noise was caused by Indians, but Potts insisted it was just buffalo, so they persisted up the river, whereupon they came face-to-face with a party of approximately 800 Blackfoot.
George Palmer Ransom, American Patriot
On January 3, 1762, Samuel and Esther Ransom of Canaan, Connecticut, had a son, and they named him after Samuel's best friend and neighbor, George Palmer. In 1773, the family—both parents and eight children, including 11-year-old George—emigrated as part of a widespread migration of Connecticut settlers to what is now northeastern Pennsylvania, settling near the town of Wilkes-Barre in Wyoming Valley. In September 15, 1776, 14-year-old George enlisted with his father and brother-in-law into the 2nd Westmoreland (Wyoming) Independent Company to fight in the American Revolution. His first position there was to bury the dead.
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The Cannoneer's Wife
During the American Revolution, a barber from Carlisle, Pennsylvania named John Hays joined the Patriot forces, becoming an artilleryman in Captain Francis Proctor's company of the Pennsylvania Artillery. His wife, Mary Ludwig Hays, accompanied him on the campaign with George Washington's Revolutionary Army, as did many military wives of the day. Mary, a 22-year-old daughter of German immigrants, soon became known as an illiterate, hard-drinking, tobacco-chewing woman who could curse with the best of the soldiers, and was popularly called Molly by the men. During the winter of 1777-1778, she stayed in the women's camp with Washington's army in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania after British forces had captured Philadelphia earlier that year.
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On July 1, 1776, the Second Continental Congress fell one vote short of a unanimous decision to declare their independence. The motion to split from Great Britain was contingent on winning the vote of the tiny, coastal state Delaware to the south; if it voted in the affirmative, then the Congress would be able to formally adopt the Declaration of Independence and assert itself as an independent nation. Independence was tantamount to treason in the eyes of the British, so any delegate backing the motion placed himself at considerable risk.
Tagged: Delaware, The United States, The US Constitution